Teacher of Geography

Job Description

GALILEO SCHOOL in BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIADetails for candidatesWe are looking to appoint an inspiring teacher to teach High School Geography for August 2021. Ability to teach High School Geography up to A level is desirable. An initial fixed contract is offered turning into a permanent contract during the first year.General info on GALILEO SCHOOLGALILEO SCHOOL is a privately owned English language bilingual school in Bratislava in Slovakia (close to Vienna and Budapest). We provide an integrated English and Slovak curriculum to approximately 700 students aged 3 to 19.GALILEO SCHOOL is a Pearson Edexcel International teaching centre granted recognition to conduct GCE, GCSE, International GCSE, and International Advanced level achievement tests with Pearson. The centre number is 91832.GALILEO SCHOOL prepares students for further education, professional and personal life within Europe and beyond. Our graduates are well prepared to study in both the national and international context. Students gain profound English language skills along with broad foundations in a variety of subjects within the curriculum. The key component of our educational philosophy is additive bilingualism, which develops both the mother tongue and the English language.The factors that contribute to the high quality of education at GALILEO SCHOOL include a small number of pupils per class (maximum 22); students with good behaviour, lessons that motivate students and are fun, modern equipment, and passionate teachers who are innovative professionals. The language of instruction is English and is complemented with original British and American textbooks. Students prepare for a variety of language and subject examination such as GCE A levels, International GCSE, YLE, IELTS, S.A.T. We are registered with British Council, Edexcel, UCAS, and accredited by the Education Ministry of Slovakia.Bratislava is the capital city of Slovakia and Slovakia is a member of the EU. It offers a relatively inexpensive and yet high standard of living. It is a charming city spread on the both banks of the Danube river. With its position in central Europe, Bratislava is easy to reach. It is located just an hour from Vienna, two hours from Budapest and three hours from Prague, the three wonderful capital cities. Other European countries can also be reached by low-cost flights from Bratislava International Airport.We appreciate that moving to a new country is a big step, so we will help you find accommodation, offer you free Slovak lessons and give you the necessary help in getting settled.Details of postThe successful candidate will be expected to teach the Geography curriculum, taking into account the varied needs of our pupils whose first language is not English. There is an opportunity to teach Geography Edexcel international Advanced level curriculum. We welcome applications from newly qualified teachers. We will be looking for the following qualities in our short-listed candidates: flexibility, good classroom organisation and management, the ability to communicate and cooperate with colleague teachers and parents. In terms of personality, the candidate must be able to cope with mixed language levels, work well within a small professional team yet at the same time be self-sufficient, and enjoy the challenge of something new.Further details are available upon application. Suitable applicants will initially be interviewed online.If you enjoy working with enthusiastic, respectful children who are keen to learn and a friendly committed team of teachers, we welcome your application. We look forward to hearing from you.For further information about our school, please look us up on our website.To apply please send a letter of application and a CV to Mr Frank Bezak, High School Principal by email at bezak@gsedu.sk